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Dr. Alamelu Nagappan, MD

Dr. Alamelu Nagappan, MD

Anesthesiologist

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nagappan, Anesthesiologist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Alamelu Nagappan, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Nagappan graduated from Madurai Medical College; Madurai and completed her residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Nagappan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nagappan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nagappan’s office at (951) 782-3801.

    Where did Dr. Nagappan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Maricopa Medical Center; Phoenix | Maricopa Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Madurai Med Coll- Madurai Univ- Madurai- Tn- India | Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University | Madurai Medical College; Madurai | University of Illinois College of Medicine | Madurai Medical College

    Is Dr. Nagappan board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alamelu Nagappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nagappan speak?

    Dr. Nagappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nagappan typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nagappan diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nagappan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nagappan typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alamelu Nagappan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nagappan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nagappan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nagappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 782-3801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nagappan accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Nagappan in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nagappan's office located?

    Dr. Alamelu Nagappan's Primary Practice

    7160 Brockton Ave

    Riverside, CA 92506

    (951) 782-3801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nagappan affiliated with?

    Dr. Nagappan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center,Riverside, CA

    What is Dr. Nagappan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nagappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619950524.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nagappan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nagappan

    What is Dr. Alamelu Nagappan's specialty?

    Dr. Nagappan is an Anesthesiologist near Riverside, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Alamelu Nagappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nagappan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alamelu Nagappan accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alamelu Nagappan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alamelu Nagappan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nagappan's office at (951) 782-3801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alamelu Nagappan?

    Please contact Dr. Nagappan's office at (951) 782-3801 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nagappan's office located?

    Dr. Nagappan's office is located in Riverside, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alamelu Nagappan have?

    Dr. Alamelu Nagappan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.